Lead Engineer, Roads + Highways

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Are you ready to lead and inspire in the dynamic world of Roads + Highways?

Join our team and immerse yourself in a diverse array of impactful projects that demand your technical expertise and leadership. As a Lead Civil Engineer, you will guide teams to deliver transformative transportation solutions while driving business growth and forging strong client relationships. This role offers balance between technical leadership and business development, providing the opportunity to shape both projects and partnerships.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Technical Leadership

• Lead and provide senior expertise on surface transportation and roadway projects, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to quality standards.

• Manage staff and oversee all technical aspects of a project’s delivery, including roadway design, plan preparation, agency coordination, and public involvement/outreach.

• Serve as Project Manager and or Deputy Project Manager on high-profile road and highway projects including overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and quality assurance.

• Provide geometric design and roadside expertise and lead Phase I and II interchange and roadway/expressway corridor projects.

• Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge-sharing, and innovation.

• Implement established QA/QC procedures, aligning with internal and agency standards.

• Support alternative delivery projects through technical input, marketing, and project management.

Business Development

• Build and nurture relationships with existing and potential clients and teaming partners.

• Collaborate with the Roads + Highways Sector Manager and other transportation leaders to develop and execute business development strategies.

• Lead pursuit efforts, including proposals and interviews, and participate in the “Go/No-Go” decision-making process.

• Identify market opportunities and trends, positioning the team to expand its reach and influence.

• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and meetings to promote capabilities and establish thought leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s Degree preferred.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in civil engineering, focusing on roadway and interchange design, including geometrics, intersection design, drainage, construction staging, pavement marking, and utility coordination.

• Expertise in NJDOT policies and procedures; familiarity with NJDOT, NJTA and other transportation agency standards preferred.

• Proficiency in Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads and experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and subconsultants.

• Proven ability to deliver technical sound bid ready documents on complex projects meeting clients design standards and delivery requirements on time and within budget while maintaining client satisfaction.

• Strong commitment to innovation and problem-solving.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with clients, partners, and team members.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $ 150,000 - 225,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.  

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.